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#956 of 2,228 schools in WA

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Napavine Elementary

Elementary School · Napavine School District

PO Box 837, Napavine, WA 98565

Enrollment

396

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#956 of 2,228

In Napavine

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

Napavine School District

Equity

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Napavine Elementary

6.7/10

Elementary School in Napavine · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Napavine JR SR High School

4.7/10

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6.2/10

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About Napavine Elementary

Napavine Elementary is a public elementary school in Napavine, WA, part of Napavine School District. Napavine Elementary serves approximately 396 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Napavine Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #956 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Napavine Elementary show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with WA schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • WA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.53 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50.2% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.2% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-1.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.2 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+0.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,914
Chronic Absenteeism24.2%

Napavine Elementary — Students at Napavine Elementary score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

48.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 56.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
44.3% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 58.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
49.6% (2024 SBA)

Based on 36 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
59%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
61%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
59%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
54%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
59%
2022
Math
46.1%
ELA
46%
2024
Math
50.8%
ELA
44.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.

How Napavine Elementary Compares

See how Napavine Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
57th percentile in WA
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

PO Box 837, Napavine, WA 98565

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Napavine Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. James W Lintott Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Chehalis), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST JOSEPH SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Chehalis), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Washington Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Centralia), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Napavine, see our Napavine schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Napavine Jr Sr High School Napavine 0.1 mi 4.7
Evaline Elementary School Winlock 3.1 mi 6.2
Orin C Smith Elementary School Chehalis 4.7 mi 4.8
Chehalis Middle School Chehalis 4.8 mi 5.4
James W Lintott Elementary School Chehalis 4.7 mi 7.0
W F West High School Chehalis 5.3 mi 5.1
Lewis County Juvenile Detention Chehalis 5.5 mi
Lewis County Alternative School Chehalis 5.5 mi 6.9
Winlock Senior High Winlock 6.1 mi 3.3
Winlock Middle School Winlock 6.1 mi 5.5
Green Hill Academic School Chehalis 5.6 mi 6.0
Winlock Miller Elementary Winlock 6.1 mi 5.3
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Chehalis 6.0 mi 6.4
Lewis County Jail Chehalis 6.4 mi
CENTRALIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Centralia 8.9 mi 4.1
LEWIS COUNTY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Chehalis 7.7 mi 6.0
Washington Elementary School Centralia 9.3 mi 6.4
Jefferson Lincoln Elementary Centralia 9.2 mi 3.9
Toledo High School Toledo 9.4 mi 7.1
Toledo Middle School Toledo 9.9 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98565 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,125

Median Home Value

$276,000

Median Rent

$1,125/mo

Population

484

College Educated

15.2%

Homeownership

82.5%

Poverty Rate

10.5%

Median Age

33.2

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Blaine Primary School Blaine, WA 6.7
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East Farms STEAM School Newman Lake, WA 6.7
Emerson Elementary School Seattle, WA 6.7
Foothills Elementary Buckley, WA 6.7
Franklin Elementary Port Angeles, WA 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Napavine Elementary

What grades does Napavine Elementary serve?

Napavine Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Napavine Elementary?

Napavine Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 396 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Napavine Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Napavine Elementary is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Napavine Elementary rank in WA?

Napavine Elementary ranks #956 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Napavine Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Napavine Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Napavine Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Napavine Elementary has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Napavine Elementary a charter school?

No, Napavine Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Napavine Elementary a Title I school?

No, Napavine Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Napavine Elementary?

48.2% of students at Napavine Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
48.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Lewis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.2%

District

Napavine School District
District Enrollment
811
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,914
District Rank
#1 of 2

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